Microsoft Windows Server 2019 - Hands-on Training Part II

Microsoft Windows Server 2019 - Hands-on Training Part II

by Cliff Krahenbill
Released September 2020
Publisher(s): Packt Publishing
ISBN: 9781800568174

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Video description

In this course, those who are just getting started as system and network administrators will learn how to create a plan effectively and use that plan to install and configure Windows Server 2019.

The instructor, Prof. K, will explain how to identify and acquire the hardware - virtual or dedicated - that you will need for your new server. He’ll then show you how to select the right edition of Windows Server and install the core operating system. Later, you’ll learn how to use the legacy admin tools as well as Windows PowerShell to effectively configure network addressing, storage, features, and roles, so that your server meets your organization's needs.

By the end of this course, you’ll be well-versed with Microsoft Windows Server 2019 administration and be able to apply your skills in the real world.

What You Will Learn

  • Understand how to easily download ISO images
  • Explore how to install the Active Directory Domain Services role using PowerShell
  • Discover how to promote Server Core to a domain controller
  • Add a Windows 10 client to the domain
  • Perform an automated install of Windows 10 Pro using WDS
  • Create an unattended install of Windows 10 Pro
  • Reset a lost administrator password in Windows Server

Audience

This course is for anyone looking to gain Microsoft server administration experience and prepare for the Microsoft server exam.

About The Author

Cliff Krahenbill: Cliff Krahenbill, known as Professor K, is a technology professional and online instructor. He received his Master of Science degree in Cybersecurity from UMUC in 2015 and a Master of Science degree in Information Technology from Capella University in 2007. Professor K has been working in the field of technology since 1998 as a Microsoft support technician, Microsoft certified trainer, technology support specialist, senior network technology consultant, IT auditor, and most recently, as the owner and operator of his own technology firm, CLK Technology Solutions, located in Tucson, Arizona.

Professor K’s expertise in technology lies in designing, building, and supporting network infrastructures and network security. He has been teaching online courses since 2008 and conducts online classes for universities and colleges. He holds numerous technology certifications, which include the following:

MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuration

MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure, Configuration

MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, Configuration

A+, Net+, Security+

He spends his spare time working in his woodshop and providing free technical support to the local retirement community in Tucson, Arizona.

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Table of contents

  1. Chapter 1 : Introduction
    1. Course Overview Video
  2. Chapter 2 : Build a Virtual Lab Environment
    1. Download ISO Images Easily
    2. Create a Virtual Install of Server 2019 Full GUI Using VirtualBox
    3. Create a Virtual Install of Server 2019 Core Using VirtualBox
    4. Create a Virtual Install of Windows 10 Pro Using VirtualBox
    5. Take a Snapshot of Your Current Configuration
  3. Chapter 3 : Build a Windows Server 2019 Domain Using PowerShell
    1. Prepare Your Network for Active Directory
    2. Step 1– Rename Your Server Using PowerShell
    3. Step 2– Assign a Static IP Address Using PowerShell
    4. Step 3– Install the Active Directory Domain Services (ADDS) Role Using PowerShell
    5. Step 4– Promote Server 2019 as a Domain Controller Using PowerShell
    6. Step 5– Promote Server Core to a Domain Controller
    7. Step 6– Add a Windows 10 Client to the Domain
  4. Chapter 4 : Windows Deployment Service (WDS)
    1. Install Windows Deployment Service (WDS) on a Windows Server
    2. Perform an Automated Install of Windows 10 Pro Using Windows Deployment Service (WDS)
    3. Create an Unattended Install of Windows 10 Pro
  5. Chapter 5 : Flexible Single Master Operation (FSMO)
    1. Transfer Flexible Single Master Operation (FSMO) Roles Using Active Directory
    2. Transfer Flexible Single Master Operation (FSMO) Roles Using PowerShell
    3. Seize the Flexible Single Master Operation (FSMO) Roles Using Ntdsutil
  6. Chapter 6 : Disaster Recovery
    1. Mitigate the Loss of Forest Root
    2. Reset the Directory Services Recovery Mode Password
    3. Backup and Restore the Windows Registry
    4. Install and Use the Windows Server Backup
    5. Reset a Lost Administrator Password
  7. Chapter 7 : Monitor Server 2019
    1. Monitor Server Performance
    2. Create a Heads-up Display Using BGInfo
    3. Overview of the Event Viewer in the Windows Server
  8. Chapter 8 : Server 2019 Advanced Administrator
    1. Rearm the 180-day Evaluation Period for the Windows Server
    2. Reset a Lost Administrator Password in the Windows Server
    3. Create a Shared Folder Using the Windows Server
    4. Disable the Complex Password Policy in the Windows Server
    5. Ntdsutil – Reset the Directory Services Recovery Mode Password
    6. Configure NIC Teaming on Windows Servers
    7. Network Load Balancing for Windows Servers
  9. Chapter 9 : Internet Information Services (IIS)
    1. Create a Website Using Internet Information Services (IIS) on Server 2016
    2. Turn on Website Authentication in the Internet Information Services (IIS) Windows Server
    3. Improve Website Performance Using Dynamic Compression in Internet Information Services (IIS)
    4. Create a New Virtual Directory in Internet Information Services (IIS)
    5. Change the Default Document Used in Internet Information Services (IIS)
  10. Chapter 10 : Certificate Services
    1. Create a Self-Signed Certificate in Internet Information Services (IIS)
    2. Configure Group Policy to Trust a Self-Signed Certificate
    3. Create a Self-Signed Certificate and Bind in Internet Information Services (IIS)
    4. Install and Configure Certificate Services

Product information

  • Title: Microsoft Windows Server 2019 - Hands-on Training Part II
  • Author(s): Cliff Krahenbill
  • Release date: September 2020
  • Publisher(s): Packt Publishing
  • ISBN: 9781800568174